2002 Toyota Pod vs. 2011 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2011 Toyota Hilux is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 2,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Pod (194 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 744 kg more than 2002 Toyota Pod.
Because 2011 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Pod. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Hilux. 2002 Toyota Pod has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Pod will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Pod | 2011 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Pod | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
